Burton Valley Elementary School serves 692 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Burton Valley Elementary School placed in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burton Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Burton Valley Elementary School's student population of 692 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burton Valley Elementary School is ranked within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Burton Valley Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
22%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burton Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Burton Valley Elementary School is ranked #141 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Burton Valley Elementary School?
692 students attend Burton Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Burton Valley Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burton Valley Elementary School?
Burton Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Burton Valley Elementary School offer ?
Burton Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burton Valley Elementary School part of?
Burton Valley Elementary School is part of Lafayette Elementary School District.
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